The Wayfarer is an upscale, modern hostel in Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone, perfectly centered on the Urban Wine Trail, 3 blocks from the beach, and 1 block from historic State Street.

We offer private traditional rooms and shared rooms. So whether you are looking to snuggle up and relax, or meet new people, plan a sleepover, or bring the whole family, we have a room designed just for you. Shared rooms come in Female-Only and Male-Only and can sleep up to 5 guests.

The Wayfarer's Policies & Conditions:
Cancellation policy: 24h before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.

Directions

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From the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport:

Head west on James Fowler Rd. Take the 1st left onto Moffett Pl. Stay straight to go onto Sandspit Rd. Merge onto CA-217E. Merge onto US-101 S. Take the Castillo St exit toward Harbor. Turn right onto Castillo St. Take the 1st left onto W Montecito St. The Wayfarer is on the right.

Driving Directions from US-101 South:

Take the Castillo St exit toward Harbor. Turn right onto Castillo St. Take the 1st left onto W Montecito St. The Wayfarer is on the right.

Driving Directions from US-101 North:

Take the Garden St /Laguna St exit. Keep left to take the Laguna St ramp. Turn left onto Garden St. Turn right onto E Yanonali St. Turn right onto Santa Barbara St. Turn left onto E Montecito St. The Wayfarer is on the left.

Located Near

Our downtown Santa Barbara location is ideally situated in the hip Funk Zone neighborhood. This convenient location is just blocks away from the Amtrak station downtown attractions including beaches. Located 15 minutes from the Santa Barbara airport.